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Principal Consultant (British Columbia Market Lead) - (PRCNSLTBC.1)
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Job Title
Principal Consultant (British Columbia Market Lead)
Location
BC CA (Primary)
Category
Consulting
Job Description
CPCS | Advisors to infrastructure leaders
Better infrastructure solutions. Better lives.
Position details
Title: Principal Consultant
Status: New Permanent, Full-Time
Location: Vancouver
Travel: Occasional travel may be required for meetings with our clients as well as for our team meetings in Canada.
Annual salary range: CA$ 160,000 - 200,000
Who we are
At CPCS, we’re collaborative, fun, and deeply dedicated advisors that are shaping the development and operations of infrastructure. Because the world depends on good infrastructure to function we:
Shape major transportation systems—including ports, railways, transit, roads, ferries, and airports—to improve mobility, access, and economic activity across Canada and globally.
Advise governments and private clients on solving complex transportation and infrastructure challenges, from reducing congestion to improving supply chains.
Lead high impact assignments that inform transportation policy and investment decisions, helping get the most out of major infrastructure projects and existing transportation systems.
Our mission is this: Finding the better solution to any given transportation and infrastructure challenge or opportunity that ultimately affects peoples’ day-to-day lives. Our purpose is clear: Better infrastructure solutions = Better lives . By joining a global employee‑owned management consulting firm, you’ll tackle big challenges that shape economies and communities worldwide.
Headquartered in Canada with offices around the world, our 180+ CPCSers have completed over 1,700 projects in 120 countries. If you thrive on intellectual curiosity, problem‑solving, and collaboration, you’ll find your place at CPCS.
You’ll help drive CPCS’s growth in British Columbia by building client and partner relationships, shaping pursuits, and delivering high‑quality solutions that inform critical infrastructure and policy decisions. You’ll belong to a diverse and global team advising public and private clients and working on high‑impact projects that drive economic, social, and environmental benefits.
This role is well suited to an entrepreneurial leader with strong consulting experience and deep expertise in operations, engineering, finance, commercial/procurement, and/or economics within the transportation and infrastructure sectors. The ideal candidate will bring intersectional expertise in these areas to successfully lead multidisciplinary teams, while having the technical foundations to execute smaller assignments.
If you thrive on problem‑solving, collaboration, and making an impact, we encourage you to apply.
Your responsibilities
Working closely with the Vice President, Canada, you will:
Lead market development in British Columbia within your areas of expertise, developing strong, long‑term relationships with clients and partners through proactive outreach
Drive business development, including tracking opportunities, setting win strategies, assembling teams/partners, steering pricing and commercial terms, ensuring proposal quality, and negotiating through award
Direct, manage and provide strategic advice to deliver projects on time and on budget that meet and exceed client expectations
Develop technical and report inputs to assignments within areas of specialization, when required
Provide clear, compelling, and professional written reports and presentations with strategic insights to senior public and private stakeholders
Actively contribute to the company’s visibility and market engagement program, notably by being a visible and engaged expert on LinkedIn, participating in conferences and creating/publishing public‑facing content that promotes CPCS’s positioning, expertise, and impact
Support recruitment of team members to enable growth, and mentor junior and intermediate consultants through project assignments
As growth requires, work with corporate teams to ensure contractual and regulatory compliance in your market areas (as required), and help secure office space (as warranted)
What you bring to the team
Master’s degree in economics, finance, business, engineering, public policy, or a related field
Minimum 15 years of professional experience in consulting, applied research, financial/commercial advisory and/or relevant industry experience
Significant experience in business development, with a track record of securing and delivering consulting work
Proven ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary teams that produce timely and high‑quality deliverables, as well as carry out smaller consulting assignments independently
Strong technical foundations in 1-2 areas of specialization within the transportation or infrastructure sectors
Fluency in English (spoken and written)
Legal right to work in Canada
Professional designation(s) in relevant fields (P.Eng., CFA, etc.) is an asset
We're looking for someone who
Enjoys a challenge and is passionate about infrastructure
Is entrepreneurial and keen to grow a strong team based in British Columbia
Is interested in a transportation or infrastructure subsector within or adjacent to CPCS’s areas of focus (transit, passenger rail, freight and goods movement, ports, marine and freight rail)
Values innovation, teamwork, diversity, and personal accountability
Has strong leadership and organizational skills
Writes and speaks clearly and concisely
Thrives in collaborative and independent work settings
Embraces the role of digital marketing and networking to position CPCS as a trusted advisor and industry leader
Welcomes coaching and feedback and is committed to continuous learning
Support for you, professionally and personally
We’re not just about work—we’re about growth, impact, and meaningful connections.
Professional growth:
We support your growth at CPCS and professional development by providing training, coaching, mentorship and regular feedback.
Meaningful connection:
We collaborative with passionate, diverse and motivated teams and clients.
Greater impact:
We help infrastructure leaders make more impactful decisions.
Competitive compensation:
Includes competitive salary, performance‑based bonus eligibility, flexible work arrangements, ample time off, andaccess to health and wellness programs. With time and proven excellence, you may be invited to become a company shareholder.
Apply today
Thank you for your interest.
Applications will be accepted until March 13, 2026
Only those selected for consideration will be contacted
Shortlisted candidates may be asked to provide a portfolio of relevant projects and participate in a case study or written exercise
Submit a cover letter
explaining your interest in this role along with a detailed resume . If you have applied to our positions before and already have a profile, please log in here to apply for this position. If you are a new applicant, click Apply below to create your profile and submit your application.
Our Recruitment Process
Our recruitment process includes the following steps:
Application review: We carefully assess every application
A phone screening: A quick chat to get to know you better and answer any questions
Case study: A written test to assess your quantitative analysis and writing skills
An interview with the hiring team (VP of the division) and potentially other team members: A deeper conversation about your experience, skills, and what excites you about CPCS
Final discussion: For some roles, we may have an additional step to ensure a great fit
Offer and onboarding: If it’s a match, we’ll welcome you to the team!
Please be advised that AI technology is used in the interview process for note recording.
Our recruitment practices
CPCS is an equal opportunity employer. We foster an environment where our people feel safe, heard and valued. Our belief is that we all have unique talents, perspectives and backgrounds . We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
CANADA: CPCS is committed to, and will strive to ensure that, the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005, its regulations, standards and all other relevant legislation are applied in a timely fashion. We'll provide all qualified applicants and employees who have disabilities with reasonable accommodations as required by law. If this is your case, please contact accessibility@cpcs.ca or 613‑237‑2500. Read more about our commitment to accessibility.
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